Definitions For Monochord

Noun

MONOCHORD (plural MONOCHORDs) A musical instrument for experimenting with the mathematical relations of musical sounds, consisting of a single string stretched between two bridges, one or both of which can be moved, and which stand upon a graduated rule for the purpose of changing and measuring the length of the part of the string between them. A stringed instrument with only one string.

Synonyms

kanon (used in the context of ancient Greek music)

Derived terms

monochordist

Translations

{{trans-top}} French: monocorde, m Irish: monachorda, m Italian: monocordo, m

Etymology

{{etyl, la, en}} monochordon. See chord.